1997 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 850 | Charger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3053 mm |